SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F259
ESSEDE5F259 belongs to SEB AG in Hildesheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F259 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 259 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hildesheim |
| Country | Germany |
How the SEB AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESSE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5F Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 259 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch uses SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F259?
The code ESSEDE5F259 belongs to SEB AG, a branch or department of SEB AG in Hildesheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does SEB AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to SEB AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F259?
ESSEDE5F is the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F259 is SEB AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ESSEDE5F259 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need ESSEDE5F259 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE5F259.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.